Flags of Our Fathers

Keni Thomas | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (January 25, 2005)
• Original Release Date: 2007
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Moraine Records
• ASIN: B0006ZOV8G
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #63,790 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

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At a time when the fighting in Iraq brings out more pain than patriotism in a majority of vocal Americans, Keni Thomas--a smooth-voiced Georgia musician and former Army member of Task Force Ranger, sent into the Mogadishu of Black Hawk Down--steps forward with a collection of songs that restore the poignancy and eloquence of the good fight. Never bombastic in the vein of Toby Keith nor rabble-rousing à la Darryl Worley, Thomas--who wrote or cowrote all 10 tracks with an ear for classic country and rock--simply tells the stories of the men and women in uniform. "Not Me," which boasts no less than Vince Gill and Emmylou Harris on harmony vocals, is an eloquent and understated paean to leadership and courage, while "Circle on the Cross," featuring a spoken introduction by Kenny Rogers, spotlights a military marking worth remembering. Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Michael McDonald, Blackhawk, and Shawn Mullins also lend their efforts to this surprising, affecting project. (Proceeds partly benefit the Hero Fund and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, which provide college tuition to the children of Special Ops personnel who die in training or combat.) --Alanna Nash

Product Description

Flags Of Our Fathers is a collection of songs wirtten by Thomas that tell stories inspired by life in the military and those who serve our nation. Working with producers Brent Maher and Mark Selby he uses his unique insight to bring these memorable songs to life and tell a story as only someone who has experienced them can. It's a remarkable album from an equally remarkable artist.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Remembering the fallen, March 15, 2005

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Roxann M. Chester Dedrick (FL, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Flags of Our Fathers (Audio CD)

This album is AWESOME. Coming from a long line of Military- I was proud to hear the songs on this album. You cry at the thought of those fallen, yet you feel your chest expand at the thought of what those fallen have done for us. Words can't describe this CD fully. Whether you like Country or not, whether you are from military background or not- this is one to have in your collection. I will be buying more to give to my nephews that serve and their families- as well as the soldiers I write to in Iraq. Listen to the samples to get an Idea- not a hillbilly CD- it's a heartfelt CD.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tasteful and thought-provoking,yet still lovely on the ears!, January 25, 2005

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Bianca Favre (Binghamton, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Flags of Our Fathers (Audio CD)

I have never been involved with the military, so I didn't think a military album would rock my world- but this record snuck up on me. Like Kristofferson or Mellencamp, Thomas tells stories without being overly jingoistic or opportunistic. During this time of unrest, I found this record to be extremely valuable in putting a human heart/face to the thousands of soldiers I see on the evening news each night. The guests are amazing and well-utilized. My favorite song is "7 Days" (with Michael McDonald), but all these songs serve an important role in this biopic album. Way to go Nashville- you finally did patriotic right.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!!!!, July 24, 2005

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Raeleen Ivey (Portugal) - See all my reviews
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I am in the Air Force, stationed at Lajes Field, Azores. Keni Thomas and Cornbread perfomed for us tonight. He put on a great show and his music is wonderful and heartfelt. I highly recommend this CD to anyone, military or not. Thanks Keni!